1994 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1990 Lada Niva
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 37 kg more than 1990 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1990 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Cavalier | Niva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 43 L |
